Understanding UK pensions
Understanding UK pensions
What is the lifetime allowance for pensions in the UK?
One of the smartest ways to invest and save money for the future, it’s little surprise that the majority of us will put aside funds to make contributions to our pension at some point in our lives so we have plenty of money left over to fund our retirement. But while it’s a sensible idea […]
Property sales increase as mortgage rates rise
Historically, investing in property has always been a relatively sound, profitable model; as demand for housing has increased, real estate development and renting out premises have only become more lucrative. However, recent developments both globally and within the UK have meant that more and more landlords are being forced to sell their stock due to […]
Brexit’s Impact on Moving to the EU
Three Years On. This month marks three years since the UK officially left the EU, with 52% of the British population voting for Brexit in the referendum on the 23rd of June 2016. As the first sovereign country to leave, the political and social fallout of the decision was significant. Whilst there has been a […]
Investing In An Assurance Vie For Under 70 vs Over 70
January is often a time for reflection, and this year there has been plenty to consider. Over the last couple of years we have faced a global pandemic, quickly followed by the war between Russia and Ukraine, and global inflation issues. The cumulative effect of global concerns has led to a lot of financial worries […]
Helping You Avoid Fraudsters
The rise of the digital age has opened up a world of possibilities where finances and investments are concerned. However, the flip side is a rising threat from fraudsters. Whether you’re tech-savvy and know exactly what to look out for, or you’re nervous about conducting transactions online, it makes no difference; anyone can fall prey […]
Blacktower Announces New Fund For The ‘Cautious’ Investor
Blacktower Announces New Fund For The ‘Cautious’ Investor Financial Management Group Blacktower have announced the launch of a new investment fund designed for the savvy yet cautious INVESTOR. “We’ve wanted to offer a lower cost and more tentative fund for a long time,” explains John Westwood, founder and Group Chairman at Blacktower. “Low-risk safe havens […]
How much will retirement cost you after inflation?
Due to the consequences of the Covid pandemic, the energy crisis and a range of other factors, the UK and the wider global economy has seen inflation increase the cost of living substantially in a relatively short amount of time. This has resulted in much of the population having to cut back on their spending […]